Quartz Fabrication Operator - Dimensional Cutting

Job Description

Job DescriptionQuartz Fabrication Operator – Dimensional CuttingThe challenge

Can you keep fragile fused quartz within spec, shift after shift? This role calls for a steady hand, precise measurements, and careful handling to deliver parts right the first time.

You will tackle

• Cutting fused quartz tubing, rod, and plate to required sizes with saws and wet-cutting equipment.
• Translating work orders and basic drawings into accurate machine setups.
• Measuring before and after cutting to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Setting up, adjusting, and maintaining cutting equipment.
• Changing, aligning, and maintaining blades.
• Inspecting parts for squareness, chips, cracks, and overall quality.
• Safely staging, moving, and handling delicate quartz, including larger pieces.
• Documenting production and materials in an ERP or production tracking system.
• Managing coolant flow and cutting slurry for wet operations.
• Cleaning machines and keeping a tidy, organized workstation at shift end.
• Following safety procedures and wearing required PPE, including eye protection.

Must-haves

• Manufacturing experience preferred (about 2–3 years). Strong mechanically inclined applicants with less experience are encouraged to apply.
• Proficient with calipers, scales, and tape measures.
• Reliable at holding specified dimensions and tolerances.
• Ability to read work orders, basic drawings, and manufacturing specs.
• Basic math for measurements and dimensional calculations.
• Computer skills sufficient for production and material data entry.
• Comfortable working around saws and industrial cutting equipment.
• High attention to detail with a patient, methodical approach.
• Basic English communication; Vietnamese language skills are a plus.

Physical demands & environment

• Stand for long periods during the shift.
• Frequently lift, move, and maneuver 50 lbs or more.
• Work on a production floor with industrial noise.
• Operate near wet-cutting processes, coolant, and slurry.
• Handle fragile materials that can chip or crack if mishandled.
• Wear required PPE while doing production work.

How we set you up for success

• On-the-job training for specific cutting equipment and setups.
• Guidance on blade selection, changes, and alignment.
• Best practices for handling and cutting fused quartz.
• Orientation to internal drawings, tolerances, and quality standards.
• Instruction on production paperwork and job traveler procedures.
• Training on ERP data entry and material tracking.

No specific certifications or licenses are required to start. Demonstrate capability, quality, consistency, and productivity, and you can advance into more complex work within our specialized glass manufacturing department.